Negotiations for Victoria's Treaty have formally commenced, with Premier Jacinta Allan declaring the process will drive change and create a more fair and equal state.
Jacinta Allan has revealed the two"central reasons" why a Treaty is needed in Victoria amid the commencement of negotiations with the First Peoples' Assembly.Negotiations for Victoria's Treaty have formally commenced, with Premier Jacinta Allan declaring the process will drive change and create a more fair and equal state.
Jacinta Allan announced the formal commencement of Treaty negotiations on Thursday. Picture: David Crosling "We also, secondly, need Treaty because we know we need to change... that relationship between the state of Victoria and First Peoples in this state. "Excluded from the opportunities to practice culture, to have the equal opportunity to give their kids a good education, to get access to that healthcare and it's impacting on so many areas, in child protection, in incarceration rates, even in lifespan."
She said evidence from overseas indicated having a Treaty was the right way forward to improve outcomes for First Peoples. "We are really looking forward to sitting down with the government, having these important conversations," he said.
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